El Grito de Dolores marks the beginning of the Mexican War of Independence and is celebrated each year on September 15th. For more than twenty years, the celebration of El Grito has been sponsored by the City of Los Angeles. This celebration entertains residents and televisions viewers with a reenactment of the historic cry and bell ringing, and features live musical entertainment on the historic steps of City Hall.

What: Your one-hour drive to Dodger Stadium and parking fee are a thing of the past when you ride the stadium express at Union Station. Latino Heritage LA, and Metro are collaborating to help promote Metro’s Stadium Express that departs from Union Station and transports ticketholders to Dodger Stadium free of charge. Latino Heritage LA (LHLA) invites the public to celebrate the Dodgers with music, prizes and more at the Stadium Express Fiestas. Event is open to the public.

Background: Latino Heritage LA engages, inspires and highlights contributions made by the Latino community to American culture, while bridging cultural gaps, and connecting the diverse multi-cultural mosaic that is Los Angeles. Events and activities take place during Latino Heritage Month September 15 – October 15, 2016. For more information on Latino Heritage LA visit our web page www.latinoheritage.la, or follow us on social media Facebook.com/latinoheritagela

Fun for the Entire Family at the Latino LA Festival

What: Bring the kids and join Latino Heritage LA at the 30-acre Wilmington Water Park for a festival that has something for everyone. Kids can enjoy rock climbing, arts and crafts, face painting and an obstacle course throughout the day. And adults can enjoy art exhibits, and a music featuring a live performance by Susie Hansen Latin Band. The event will culminate with an outdoor screening. All activities are free of charge.

Where/When: Latino LA Festival October 1 4pm

Wilmington Waterfront Park 1170 W 9th Street

Los Angeles Public Library and Latino Heritage LA to Celebrate the City’s Roots with Mexican Cuisine, Tequila, Beer and Loteria

What: This is not your grandma’s bingo. Join the Library and Latino Heritage LA in a good game of Loteria. Winners will be allowed entrance to a VIP reception that features the cuisine of Loteria Grill, craft beer of Angel Brewery, and Palomas courtesy of Jarritos. This is one Latino tradition you want to be a part of.

Where/When: Los Angeles Public Library – Central Downtown

5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

630 W 5th Street

Los Angeles, CA 90071

Union Station to Host Latino Heritage LA to Host Second Annual Taste of Xocolatl (Chocolate)

What: Come sample chocolate in its many forms, and dance the night away to the sounds of the Susie Hanson Latin Band as we pay homage to the gift from the Gods.

Where/When: Union Station

4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

800 N. Alameda St.

Los Angeles, CA 90012

Countdown to Día de los Muertos with Latino Heritage LA

What: Latino Heritage LA will host a children’s piñata making workshop aimed at passing down the tradition of Día de los Muertos. A master artist will give a short lecture on the history of the tradition, and teach families how to create piñatas and decorate sugar skulls. Make up artists will be on hand for calavera face painting.

LHLA is proud to collaborate with Metro on this year’s “Metro Guide.” A mutually beneficial opportunity for Metro rail and bus riders to show their TAP cards and enjoy the great discounts at businesses located near Metro stops throughout the city.

Latino LA Festival is a family-friendly festival that encourages and enriches the local community through the celebration of Latino culture. The community can enjoy performances from Aztec dancers, Brazilian Capoeira dancers as well as traditional and contemporary art displays.

El Grito de Dolores marks the beginning of the Mexican War of Independence and is celebrated each year on September 15th. For more than twenty years, the celebration of El Grito has been sponsored by the City of Los Angeles. This celebration entertains residents and televisions viewers with a reenactment of the historic cry and bell ringing, and features live musical entertainment on the historic steps of City Hall.

In partnership with the Los Angeles Public Library, Latino Heritage LA will host our first Noche at the Library. This is an adult only event that will feature cocktails and reading by Latino authors in celebration of Latino Heritage Month.